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enKen Irwin Accepts New Role As AirPlay Direct's “Special Projects” Ambassadorhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5983
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/KenIrwin.jpg" align="left" alt="Ken Irwin" title="Ken Irwin" border="0" height="200" width="283" />AirPlay Direct is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Irwin to the newly created role as AirPlay Direct's "Special Projects" Ambassador. "This role was created specifically for Ken Irwin, AirPlay Direct's 'Iconic Innovator' Award recipient for 2017. Ken's artistic abilities and proven professional skill set uniquely qualifies him for a role of this caliber," says Lynda Weingartz, CEO - AirPlay Direct. "Ken will be participating on a variety of very different and forward-thinking creative projects with AirPlay Direct and Collective Evolution throughout 2018. We are honored to have Ken continue to contribute to AirPlay Direct's vision, growth and our mutual professional successes."</p>
<p>As a Co-Founder of the legendary roots label Rounder Records, Irwin was actively involved in discovering, signing and developing new artists. He was responsible for signing previously unsung talents as Alison Krauss, Jerry Douglas, Béla Fleck, Mark O'Connor, Ricky Skaggs, George Thorogood, Buckwheat Zydeco, and, more recently, The SteelDrivers, JD McPherson, the Time Jumpers and the Lonely Heartstring Band among others.</p>
<p>"It's a pleasure and an honor for me to continue working with Robert and Lynda at AirPlay Direct," said, Ken Irwin, Co-Founder - Rounder Records. "Over this past year, I've gained an ever increasing appreciation for the work they do and the passion they share for the music and the artists who create, as well as for the platform and technology they have developed. I look forward to reintroducing more music from the Rounder catalog through AirPlay Direct, while also getting involved in additional projects with the APD team.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.airplaydirect.com/music/rounderlabelgroup/">AirPlayDirect.com/rounderlabelgroup</a>.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct is the premiere digital delivery / distribution company, brand and platform for engaging radio and airplay worldwide. AirPlay Direct is a professional B2B music business environment for artists, labels, publishing companies, radio promotion firms, PR / Media firms, etc.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct currently has 11,000 radio station members in over 90 countries and serves over 42,000 artist / label members globally on a daily basis. AirPlay Direct currently operates and services the largest global independent radio distribution network in the world with respect to Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Blues, Alt. Country, Roots Music, etc. AirPlayDirect.com</p>
<p>Collective Evolution is a boutique, high-end entertainment and media consulting firm. Our clients include recording artists, record labels, record producers, management companies and radio promotion / PR firms. We deliver creative consultative services and customized business solutions to our clients based upon their specific needs and goals.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/3551" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ken Irwin</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div></div></div>Fri, 16 Mar 2018 03:15:55 +0000BMNN5983 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netJerry Douglas Band Graced Nashville with Amazing Performance http://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5929
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/JerryDouglasBand0118.jpg" align="left" alt="The Jerry Douglas Band" title="The Jerry Douglas Band" border="0" height="200" width="250" />Nashville, TN -- The Jerry Douglas Band did something last night that few can do. They absolutely captivated "Music City" by creating an atmosphere that went far beyond the music itself and took the crowd to a unique space in time that was wrapped in a beautiful, simple elegance.</p>
<p>As expected, the band's musical performance was incredible, but the jaw dropping silence of the crowd was amazing and was only surpassed by the respect and applause of the folks lucky enough to be in attendance.</p>
<p>"Ask yourself a question, "What If"... you were able to end the year having fun with your family, friends and fans? Last night I didn't have to ask myself that question... it just happened!" said Jerry Douglas, Rounder Records Recording Artist. </p>
<p>"As this year comes to a close, we are sometimes lucky enough to end it on a 'high-note when something truly special occurs... this show was it," expresses Robert Weingartz, Chairman - AirPlay Direct. "We could not be more honored to have Jerry as an AirPlay Direct Artist Endorsee, and the whole band as an integral part of the AirPlay Direct family."</p>
<p>Shawn Camp came prepared to wow, and have some fun! Armed with only his voice, his songs and his guitar Shawn Camp opened the evening with a very inviting and memorable solo performance. He held the crowd in the palm of his hand. Shawn's stage presence and ability to interact with the crowd by having them participate at times, was a shining example of an experienced artist and showman doing what he loves so much... performing and visiting with his friends and fans... from the stage.</p>
<p>"It truly was an amazing night. It was very cool to end the year this way with my buddy Jerry and all of our friends. I had so much fun with everybody; thanks for coming out." says Shawn Camp, Independent Artist / Songwriter.</p>
<p>Lynda Weingartz, CEO - AirPlay Direct said, "Shawn is a musical treasure and seems to absolutely sparkle every single time I go to one of his shows. Shawn's performance was very special to me." </p>
<p>AirPlay Direct is the premiere digital delivery / distribution company, brand and platform for engaging radio and airplay worldwide. AirPlay Direct is a professional B2B music business environment for artists, labels, publishing companies, radio promotion firms, PR / Media firms, etc.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct currently has 11,000 radio station members in over 90 countries and serves over 42,000 artist / label members globally on a daily basis. AirPlay Direct currently operates and services the largest global independent radio distribution network in the world with respect to Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Blues, Alt. Country, Roots Music, etc. AirPlayDirect.com</p>
<p>About the Direct Buzz: The Direct Buzz is a quarterly digital music magazine, which operates as a direct portal between your music and artistry to the APD 11,000 radio station members in over 90 countries, the APD 42,000 artist / label members, and the global music industry at large.</p>
<p>For more information on featuring your label, artist or professional music services/equipment company in the Direct Buzz or to provide general music industry content and information, contact Lynda Weingartz, Editor in Chief, at <a href="mailto:lynda@AirPlayDirect.com">lynda@AirPlayDirect.com</a></p>
<p>Collective Evolution is a boutique, high-end entertainment and media consulting firm. Our clients include recording artists, record labels, record producers, management companies and radio promotion / PR firms. We deliver creative consultative services and customized business solutions to our clients based upon their specific needs and goals.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5300" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">The Jerry Douglas Band</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1970" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Event</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div></div></div>Fri, 05 Jan 2018 02:41:22 +0000BMNN5929 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netCMH Records Releases "Country Music Heritage" to Global Radiohttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5885
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/CountryMusicHeritage1117.jpg" align="left" alt="" title="" border="0" height="200" width="203" />Nashville, TN -- Toni Swann-Pardigno, CMH, Director of Sales announced, "We are so excited for the release of <em>Country Music Heritage: The Legacy of CMH Records</em>. This album is particularly special to us as it represents the amazing artists and rich bluegrass music that has become such an integral part of our history at the label." </p>
<p>Toni continued, "Many thanks to Robert and Lynda Weingartz at AirPlay Direct for making it possible for us to share these special recordings with global radio. In a short period of time, AirPlay Direct has proven to be a wonderful asset! Since working with them we have expanded our reach to radio and media markets, and significantly grown the CMH Records brand."</p>
<p>The album contains track performances by Merle Travis, Jim &amp; Jesse, Curly Seckler &amp; the Nashville Grass with Special Guest Johnny Cash, Eddie Adcock &amp; Talk of the Town, Josh Graves, Don Reno &amp; the Tennessee Cut Ups, The Bluegrass Cardinals, Jimmy Gaudreau, and more.</p>
<p>Encapsulating tracks from 1975-1992, Country Music Heritage: The Legacy of CMH Records tells a story about a little, independent country label tucked away in sunny Southern California.</p>
<p>Founded in 1975, CMH Records has put out albums from some of the most iconic artists and musicians in country, bluegrass, and roots music. This record is a collection of songs, many of which were early, important cuts for the label, while others have yet to see the light of day in the digital era. </p>
<p>AirPlay Direct is the premiere digital delivery / distribution company, brand and platform for engaging radio and airplay worldwide. AirPlay Direct is a professional B2B music business environment for artists, labels, publishing companies, radio promotion firms, PR / Media firms, etc.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct currently has 11,000 radio station members in 90+ countries and serves over 42,000 artist / label members globally on a daily basis. AirPlay Direct currently operates and services the largest global independent radio distribution network in the world with respect to Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Blues, Alt. Country, Roots Music, etc. AirPlayDirect.com</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5379" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">CMH Records</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1332" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">CD Release</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5380" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Country Music Heritage</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4847" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Label News</a></div></div></div>Fri, 03 Nov 2017 02:49:15 +0000BMNN5885 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netStoney Creek has No. 1 Album on AirPlay Direct for Septemberhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5860
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/StoneyCreekLiveCD.jpg" align="left" alt="Stoney Creek - Live On Location" title="Stoney Creek - Live On Location" border="0" height="200" width="206" />Martinsburg, WV -- Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is honored to announce that its new double album <em>Live On Location</em> was No. 1 on AirPlay Direct's Top 50 Albums chart for September. The album's chart position was partly driven by its lead single, "The Traveling Song," which debuted at No. 1 on the Top 50 Singles chart on Sept. 18.</p>
<p>"I heard the song on Annette Grady's show ... I really wanted to play it on my show too," said Jeff Lipchick, host of Bluegrass From the Smokies on the Bluegrass Jamboree.</p>
<p>"This project had me mesmerized the entire time," said Al Shusterman of KUBU's Bluegrass Backroads. Shusterman noted that the album "featured great traditional songs, fine vocals and superb musicianship."</p>
<p>"The Traveling Song" is one of four original songs from <em>Live On Location</em> written by guitarist Kenton Catlett. The album also features an original instrumental titled "Antietam Turnaround" composed by banjo player Troy Stangle. The rest of the album includes traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel material that has increasingly drawn fans to the band's live concerts. Highlights include bassist Libby Files' take on "Those Memories of You" and mandolin player Brett Smeltzer's performance of "I'm Working on a Building."</p>
<p>The band cites bluegrass media outlets such as Cybergrass, as well as the social media popularity of "The Traveling Song" music video, for generating interest among broadcasters. Stoney Creek is hoping to schedule performances in areas where <em>Live On Location</em> is receiving radio airplay, as well as places where the band has developed a strong social media following.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct is a leading platform for delivering broadcast music to radio stations worldwide. According to the company's website, "the Top 50 Albums chart displays releases/albums with the most song downloads by radio within a set period of time."</p>
<p>Track list for <em>Live On Location</em>:
</p><ul>
<li><strong>CD Disc 1</strong>
<ol>
<li>“Ladies and Gentlemen” (Introduction)</li>
<li>“Those Memories of You”</li>
<li>“The Traveling Song”</li>
<li>“Cold Sheets of Rain”</li>
<li>“Thirty Years”</li>
<li>“Beyond Those Gates”</li>
<li>“Why Don't You Tell Me So?”</li>
<li>“Just Like You”</li>
<li>“Are You Washed in the Blood?”</li>
<li>“Little Cabin Home on the Hill”</li>
<li>“Antietam Turnaround”</li>
<li>“I'm Working on a Building”</li>
</ol>
</li>
<li><strong>CD Disc 2</strong>
<ol>
<li>“I'm Lost and I'll Never Find the Way”</li>
<li>“Kentucky Borderline”</li>
<li>“Fast Train”</li>
<li>“When the Sun Goes Down”</li>
<li>“Shadows in My Room”</li>
<li>“Crying Holy”</li>
<li>“Just Someone I Used to Know”</li>
<li>“Blue Ridge Cabin Home”</li>
<li>“High Lonesome Sound”</li>
<li>“Nashville Skyline Rag”</li>
<li>“Freeborn Man”</li>
</ol>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Fans and broadcasters can find <em>Live On Location</em> though Stoney Creek's website, <a href="http://www.StoneyCreekBluegrass.net">www.StoneyCreekBluegrass.net</a>.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/127" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Stoney Creek</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1332" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">CD Release</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4833" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Chart</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5360" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Live on Location</a></div></div></div>Mon, 02 Oct 2017 01:02:34 +0000BMNN5860 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netJerry Douglas Inks Artist Endorsement Deal with AirPlay Directhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5785
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/JerryDouglas0617.jpg" align="left" alt="Jerry Douglas" title="Jerry Douglas" border="0" height="200" />AirPlay Direct is pleased to announce that Rounder Records award winning recording artist Jerry Douglas has recently inked an AirPlay Direct Artist Endorsement Deal. Called "dobro's matchless contemporary master," by The New York Times, fourteen-time Grammy winner Jerry Douglas is one of the most innovative recording artists in music, both as a solo artist and member of groundbreaking bands including J.D. Crowe &amp; the New South, the Country Gentlemen, Boone Creek, the Grammy-winning The Earls of Leicester, and Strength In Numbers. Douglas' distinctive sound graces more than 1,500 albums, including discs released by Garth Brooks, Paul Simon, James Taylor, Elvis Costello, Earl Scruggs, and Ray Charles, among many others.</p>
<p>"Jerry is by all accounts in a class by himself," states Robert Weingartz, Chairman - AirPlay Direct. "We are absolutely honored to have had Jerry as a part of the AirPlay Direct family for years now. His on-going position in our APD Global Radio Charts demonstrates the successes we have enjoyed together to date. However, now having the much deeper artist endorsement deal in place elevates our professional and personal relationship to an entirely different level. We are looking forward to working closely with Jerry and his team to continue to accelerate the growth of his brand and global radio distribution footprint." </p>
<p>"Hey Folks... I got a new record called <em>What If...</em> on Rounder Records. Going around with the band playing this stuff is so much fun. It's so different than anything I've ever done before," says Jerry Douglas. "And I've got a new endorsement deal with AirPlay Direct and they're doing some amazing things for us. Hope you hear us soon some place. We'll be looking forward to playing for you.​"</p>
<p>Jerry's second pre-release track, "Cavebop", from his soon to be released new solo album <em>What If...</em> is now being released to "worldwide radio" exclusively on AirPlay Direct.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/684" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Jerry Douglas</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1332" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">CD Release</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5312" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">What If...</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1145" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Business</a></div></div></div>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 01:53:59 +0000BMNN5785 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netLarry Cordle's “Give Me Jesus” Sets Chart Record On AirPlay Directhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5756
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/LCGiveMeJesus.jpg" align="left" alt="Give Me Jesus" title="Give Me Jesus" border="0" height="200" width="205" />AirPlay Direct is pleased to announce that Larry Cordle's new CD <em>Give Me Jesus</em> is the fastest rising album to break the "Top 20" of the APD "Top 50 All-Time" Gospel Album Chart in the 12 year history of the company! Congratulations to all involved!</p>
<p>"God always puts the right people in our lives at the right time, for us to be successful," says Larry Cordle, Award winning Artist / Songwriter. "I believe He put Robert and Lynda Weingartz in my life to secure success for my new CD <em>Give Me Jesus</em>, that His name would be glorified. Jesus, for certain, deserves all the praise and glory for putting this music and these people in my life. Thank you AirPlay Direct and to all concerned." </p>
<p>Cordle, AKA The Mighty Cord, rounded up some of his closest friends to bring the album to life. He is joined by Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley, Val Storey, Don Rigsby, Bradley Walker, Lethal Jackson Angie La Primm and Gail Mayes on vocals.</p>
<p>“I've been working on this new gospel album for about a year and a half. I had to practically stop working on it while I was undergoing chemo for my leukemia, which by the grace of God is now in remission. I want to thank you all for the prayers sent up for me during and since my treatment” says Cord.</p>
<p>The liner notes were written by his good friend and songwriting buddy Larry “The Rev” Shell who wrote, “The Lord, knowing that Larry is a songwriter, gave him the words and melodies to many of these songs. In fact, if you listen to this collection, you will literally hear Larry’s personal testimony of his strong and enduring faith.” Cord and Shell wrote three songs on the album including one of the stand out tracks “The Old Thing’s Walkin’ About.” To read the unique and very funny story of how this song came about, you will certainly want to purchase one of the limited 12-page booklet copies.</p>
<p>Bluegrass radio programmers will enjoy “The Lonesome Road” with lead vocals by Carl Jackson’s dad, Lethal Jackson and also “God Had A Hand In It,” written by Carl Jackson and Jerry Salley, featuring guest vocalists Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley, Bradley Walker and Chris Latham.</p>
<p><em>Give Me Jesus</em>Tracks include:
</p><ol>
<li>"Two Coats"</li>
<li>"Give Me Jesus"</li>
<li>"It’s A Lonesome Road"</li>
<li>"I’ll Meet You In the Morning"</li>
<li>"The Old Thing’s Walkin’ About"</li>
<li>"This Blood’s For You"</li>
<li>"God Had A Hand In It"</li>
<li>"Gone On Before"</li>
<li>"Lost As A Ball In High Weeds"</li>
<li>"The Old Ship Of Zion"</li>
<li>"The First Step To Heaven"</li>
<li>"Family Bible"</li>
<li>"When You Pray, Will You Pray For Me"</li>
</ol>
<p>Radio programmers can download the entire album at AirPlayDirect or request a digital or physical copy. Please visit <a href="http://www.LarryCordle.com">www.LarryCordle.com</a> or follow him on Facebook and Twitter.</p>
<p>Kentucky Music Hall of Famer Larry Cordle is also a multi-award IBMA Award Winner, two-time Grammy nominee, and one of Nashville’s most revered Singer-Songwriters penning such hits as “Murder on Music Row” and “Highway 40 Blues.” His songs have been recorded by artists such as Ricky Skaggs, Alison Krauss, Rhonda Vincent, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Diamond Rio, Alan Jackson, Trace Adkins and many others.</p>
<p>He tours and records with his band Lonesome Standard Time, performs with as a Trio with Carl Jackson and Jerry Salley, and performs every Monday night for New Monday at the Station Inn in Nashville with Val Storey, Carl Jackson and more friends. In addition to his songwriting and role as a bandleader, Cordle is sometimes featured as a lead and/or background vocalist on some of Nashville’s most awarded and popular music. He’s provided harmony vocals for artists such as Garth Brooks, Blake Shelton, Bradley Walker, Billy Yates, Rebecca Lynn Howard and co-writing pal, Jerry Salley.</p>
<p>His lead and harmony singing is featured on <em>Livin, Lovin, Losin: A Tribute to the Louvin Brothers</em>, which won a GRAMMY for Best Country Album in 2003 and the 2004 IBMA Recorded Event of the Year Award. He’s also featured on two tracks of <em>Moody Bluegrass</em>, alongside artists such as Tim O’Brien, Alison Krauss, John Cowan, Harley Allen and again featured as lead vocalist on <em>Moody Bluegrass II</em>.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/345" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Larry Cordle</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5276" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Give Me Jesus</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/158" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Charts</a></div></div></div>Tue, 02 May 2017 02:20:37 +0000BMNN5756 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netKen Irwin Honored with "Iconic Innovator" Awardhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5703
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/KenIrwin.jpg" align="left" alt="Ken Irwin" title="Ken Irwin" border="0" height="200" width="283" />Nashville, TN -- AirPlay Direct is honored to announce that Ken Irwin, Co-Founder of Rounder Records, has been honored with AirPlay Direct's "Iconic Innovators" Award - 2017. AirPlay Direct's "Iconic Innovators" Award honors the visionaries who have openly embraced digital innovation in the music industry. The AirPlay Direct "Iconic Innovators" Award is presented annually to the member of AirPlay Direct that has proven vision and best executes upon the opportunities that digital innovation in the music industry has and continues to create. </p>
<p>"Ken is a very unique combination of savvy business man and artist; a true music impresario'," stated Lynda Weingartz, CEO - AirPlay Direct. "His accomplishments and awards speak for themselves; and the man that Ken is. We look forward with great anticipation to our continued successes and creative future with Ken and Rounder Records."</p>
<p>As an integral component to the "Iconic Innovators" Award, AirPlay Direct is honoring Mr. Irwin with a $50,000 AirPlay Direct "Marketing &amp; Awareness" Campaign to accelerate his on-going brand development and global radio distribution footprint for Rounder Records new releases and catalog.</p>
<p>"It is truly an honor to be receiving this recognition from AirPlay Direct. I've recently enjoyed working with Lynda and Robert on two of their showcases and always appreciated their love and respect for catalog titles," stated Ken Irwin. "Receiving this prestigious award will enable and encourage me to go back through our catalog of over 4000 albums, and select some of my personal favorites, which might not have received attention from radio when they came out or which might be new to those in radio today." </p>
<p>Irwin further adds, "I've always enjoyed sharing quality music with others and this is a great opportunity to do so on a large scale. I' m looking forward to working with Lynda and Robert over the next year and hopefully introducing some music to radio and beyond which will touch people in the way that these artists and their music have touched me."</p>
<p>About Ken Irwin: In 1970, Irwin, Bill Nowlin, and Marian Leighton Levy started Rounder Records, with the simultaneous release of albums by old-time banjo player George Pegram and young old-timey Cambridge stringband the Spark Gap Wonder Boys. With such modest beginnings and equally humble goals, Rounder started to build up its catalogue, documenting what one reviewer of that period referred to as "roots music and its contemporary offshoots."</p>
<p>Irwin was actively involved in signing and discovering new artists. He was responsible for signing previously unsung talents as Alison Krauss, Béla Fleck, Mark O'Connor, Jerry Douglas, Ricky Skaggs, George Thorogood, Buckwheat Zydeco, and, more recently, The SteelDrivers, Sierra Hull, JD McPherson, the Time Jumpers and the Lonely Heartstring Band among others.</p>
<p>Although he has produced and facilitated recordings by artists ranging from Cajun legend D.L. Menard to rockabilly human jukebox Sleepy LaBeef, Irwin works most often with bluegrass artists, in pre-production, recording, and mastering -- or some combination thereof. Among the bluegrass and old-time artists he has worked with are Hazel Dickens, James King, Del McCoury, IIIrd Tyme Out, the Johnson Mountain Boys, Longview and many more. </p>
<p>He also helped to raise awareness of bluegrass's first generation, producing and licensing a series of crucial reissues by some of the music's legendary early figures, including Jimmy Martin, Bill Monroe, Jim &amp; Jesse, Flatt &amp; Scruggs, and others -- keeping this essential music in print when few other labels did so. Irwin has also created many illuminating and best-selling compilations drawn from Rounder's archive of over 3,000 albums, among them the remarkable O, Sister: A Women's Bluegrass Collection (which doubled as a document of Rounder's extensive efforts to promote female bluegrass musicians), Blue Trail of Sorrow, and Bluegrass #1s. Outside of bluegrass, Irwin has been involved with producing a string of Grammy-winning polka records with bandleader Jimmy Sturr.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct is the premiere digital delivery / distribution company, brand and platform for engaging radio and airplay worldwide. AirPlay Direct is a professional B2B music business environment for artists, labels, publishing companies, radio promotion firms, PR / Media firms, etc. </p>
<p>AirPlay Direct currently has over 10,000 radio station members in 92 countries. AirPlay Direct also serves over 40,000 artist / label members globally on a daily basis. AirPlay Direct currently operates and services the largest global independent radio distribution network in the world with respect to Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Blues, Alt. Country, Roots Music, etc.</p>
<p>Collective Evolution is a boutique, high-end entertainment and media consulting firm. Our clients include recording artists, record labels, record producers, management companies and radio promotion / PR firms. We deliver creative consultative services and customized business solutions to our clients based upon their specific needs and goals.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/3551" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Ken Irwin</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/98" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Award</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4511" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Iconic Innovators Award</a></div></div></div>Wed, 08 Mar 2017 03:47:50 +0000BMNN5703 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netLarry Cordle and Collective Evolution Strike Consulting Dealhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5654
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/LarryCordle1012.jpg" align="left" alt="Larry Cordle" border="0" height="200" width="207" />Nashville, TN -- AirPlay Direct's Collective Evolution is pleased to announce the signing of a long-term, strategic, career consulting deal with award winning artist and songwriter Larry Cordle. Larry's personal releases and catalogue are amazing, and are continuing to reach new global audiences every day. This has appropriately positioned him in the "Top 50 All-Time" of several AirPlay Direct Global Radio Indicator Charts for his recordings.</p>
<p>"Larry's award winning, chart-topping songwriting successes and 'true to life' live performances have put him in a very elite class of artists. His 'forward thinking' dedication to his domestic and global radio station supporters, and artist fan-base via AirPlay Direct has been very successfully demonstrated over the years by his position in the APD 'All-Time' Charts," states Robert Weingartz, Chairman - AirPlay Direct / Collective Evolution. "I am in a creative business sense inspired, but more importantly driven to be working with Larry. An artist at this level of self-relevance in 2017, and a desire to really share his art is rare. At this point in his career, Larry just tells it how it is... like it or not. For me, it is truly an honor to be able to work with one of my heroes!"</p>
<p>At last count, Cordle's songs had appeared on projects that had to date sold a combined total of more than 55 million records, by artists such as Skaggs, Alison Krauss, Rhonda Vincent, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Diamond Rio, Alan Jackson, Trace Adkins and many others.</p>
<p>"I am so happy to be working in concert with Robert &amp; Lynda Weingartz at AirPlay Direct and Collective Evolution in this new chapter of my career," says Larry Cordle. "When it comes to global branding, marketing and distribution, Robert has created a company, that is the "Cadillac" of the music business, and Lynda is the straw that stirs the drink."</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/345" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Larry Cordle</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5098" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Collective Evolution</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1145" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Business</a></div></div></div>Fri, 20 Jan 2017 05:10:33 +0000BMNN5654 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netLonely Heartstring Band Hits “Top 50 All-Time” Charthttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5576
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/LHBDeepWaters0416.jpg" align="left" alt="Deep Waters" title="Deep Waters" border="0" height="200" width="207" />Rounder Records recording artists the Lonely Heartstring Band have now climbed into the AirPlay Direct “Top 50 All-Time” Americana / AAA Album Chart with their debut CD <em>Deep Waters</em>! They find themselves in very good company.</p>
<p>“When I heard this album the first time, I knew immediately that this was a unique and special act, with a very bright future," says Robert Weingartz, Chairman - AirPlay Direct / Collective Evolution. "We are proud to have signed The Lonely Heartstring Band as official AirPlay Direct Artist Endorsees, as they not only help define the present, but in doing so they contribute to the musical landscape and the future of the music industry. Congratulations to all involved.” </p>
<p>Marian Leighton Levy, Co-founder Rounder Records, states, “It has been a great privilege working with The Lonely Heartstring Band on their debut project. These guys are already proving themselves to be a major force in roots music, proven further by the incredible accomplishment of breaking into AirPlay Direct’s Top 50 All-Time chart. I’m excited to watch them grow as a band and to see what else their very bright future has in store for them.”​</p>
<p>Though <em>Deep Waters</em> is the Lonely Heartstring Band’s debut album, it nonetheless feels deep, with a maturity and wisdom far beyond what one might expect from a first release by a relatively young band. Having come together officially only four years ago, the Lonely Heartstring Band has already been hailed by luminary Tony Trischka as having “carved out a fresh niche in modern bluegrass,” and similar accolades not often accorded to a debut outing.​</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://AirPlayDirect.com/charts/albums/AllTime/FA">AirPlayDirect.com/charts/albums/AllTime/FA</a></p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://AirPlayDirect.com/tlhsbdeepwaters">AirPlayDirect.com/tlhsbdeepwaters</a></p>
<p>AirPlay Direct is the premiere digital delivery / distribution company, brand and platform for engaging radio and airplay worldwide. AirPlay Direct is a professional B2B music business environment for artists, labels, publishing companies, radio promotion firms, PR / Media firms, etc.</p>
<p>AirPlay Direct currently has over 10,000 radio station members in 92 countries. AirPlay Direct also serves over 40,000 artist / label members globally on a daily basis. AirPlay Direct currently operates and services the largest global independent radio distribution network in the world with respect to Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Blues, Alt. Country, Roots Music, etc. <a href="http://www.AirPlayDirect.com">www.AirPlayDirect.com</a></p>
<p>Collective Evolution is a boutique, high-end entertainment and media consulting firm. Our clients include recording artists, record labels, record producers, management companies and radio promotion / PR firms. We deliver creative consultative services and customized business solutions to our clients based upon their specific needs and goals.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4960" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Lonely Heartstring Band</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1332" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">CD Release</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/158" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Charts</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4847" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Label News</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4961" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Deep Waters</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1145" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Business</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/528" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Promotion</a></div></div></div>Thu, 27 Oct 2016 05:09:31 +0000BMNN5576 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.netMark Whitt Releases New CD "Over You" On AirPlay Directhttp://bluegrassmusicnews.net/node/5499
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img src="/Images/MWOverYouCvr.jpt.jpg" align="left" alt="Mark Whitt - Over You" title="Over You" border="0" height="200" width="205" />AirPlay Direct is pleased to introduce you to Mark Whitt’s new CD “Over You”. Mark currently heads up Mark Whitt and The True Bluegrass Band as the lead singer and guitar player. They are a strong regional band, who focus on playing traditional bluegrass and gospel. This project, includes two of his originals, "Over You" and "I heard Sweet Music Playing. In addition to performing, Mark is dedicated to writing new material geared in the traditional style.</p>
<p>"Bluegrass music is passionate, deep rooted and often tells stories of life experiences. This music is ingrained in my heart and soul. It allows artists to express life experiences through numbers such as my original track, “Over You” or through impactful, spiritual songs such as my other original, “I Heard Sweet Music Playing”. This is what makes traditional bluegrass and gospel music so unique and special. My goal is to continue winning fans through my passion for keeping traditional bluegrass music alive.</p>
<p>I am blessed to have crossed paths with two amazing individuals, Lynda Weingartz with AirPlay Direct and Robert Weingartz with Collective Evolution for sharing their amazing talent and knowledge of the industry. I am amazed with their success and impact on artists in the music industry and I am honored to be working with such talented individuals."</p>
<p>Extra Special Thanks: To all the super-star artists who made guest appearances on this CD: Tim Crouch, Joe Mullins, Clay Hess, Luke Montgomery. Thank you for your significant impact on my latest project. It really means a lot to have such great artists be part of this project. Radio stations may audition the new project at <a target="_blank" href="http://AirPlayDirect.com/MarkWhittOverYou">AirPlayDirect.com/MarkWhittOverYou</a>.</p>
<blockquote><p><em>“Mark is a very genuine and nice guy. You can hear the ‘heart and soul’ he put into his new project, ‘Over You’. There is a song on this record for everyone.”</em><br />
~ Lynda Weingartz, CEO - AirPlay Direct</p></blockquote>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5118" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Mark Whitt</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1332" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">CD Release</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5119" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Over You</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/5120" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">The True Bluegrass Band</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/taxonomy/term/466" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">AirPlay Direct</a></div></div></div>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 04:10:49 +0000BMNN5499 at http://bluegrassmusicnews.net